Fern Starr, M.D.
NPI 1659310654 · Internal Medicine Physician · Brookline, MA
Enrolled with Medicare as Practitioner - Internal Medicine · source: CMS PECOS Public Provider Enrollment (2026.04.01)
Fern Starr, M.D. is a Internal Medicine Physician provider in Brookline, MA (NPI 1659310654).
Provider details
- NPI number
- 1659310654
- Entity type
- Individual
- Primary specialty
- Internal Medicine PhysicianAllopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
- Credential
- M.D.
- Sex
- Female
- Sole proprietor
- No
- License
- 79258 (MA)
Specialties & taxonomies
Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians
Profile Score
A profile completeness & documented-activity index — NOT a quality, outcomes, or patient-satisfaction rating.
- Registry tenure28% of score
20 yrs in NPPES registry
- Profile completeness28% of score
100% of core fields populated
- Practice footprint17% of score
1 documented practice location
- Medicare service volume (vs. specialty peers)28% of score
1,928 Medicare services, 2024 (ranked within specialty)
Medicare volume is ranked against active providers in the same specialty. Signals a provider has no public data for (e.g. Medicare claims) are left out of the score entirely — never counted as zero — so providers without that data are not penalized. See the full formula and weights in our methodology.
What this provider does (Medicare)
Based on Medicare fee-for-service claims, 2024; not all care is captured.
| Service (HCPCS) | Medicare services | Typical Medicare-allowed (2024) |
|---|---|---|
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Moderate Level of Decision Making, If Using Time, 30 Minutes Or More99214 | 531 | $139 |
| Visit Complexity Inherent to Evaluation and Management Associated With Medical Care Services That Serve As the Continuing Focal Point for All Needed Health Care Services And/Or With Medical Care Services That Are Part of Ongoing Care Related to a Patient'SG2211 | 313 | $17 |
| Annual Wellness Visit, Includes a Personalized Prevention Plan of Service (pps), Subsequent VisitG0439 | 284 | $141 |
| Annual Alcohol Misuse Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0442 | 254 | $21 |
| Annual Depression Screening, 5 to 15 MinutesG0444 | 221 | $21 |
| Established Patient Office Or Other Outpatient Visit With Low Level OD Decision Making, If Using Time, 20 Minutes Or More |
What this provider prescribes (Medicare Part D)
Top drugs by Medicare Part D claim volume, 2024 · 92 distinct drugs on file.
| Drug | Part D claims (2024) | Beneficiaries |
|---|---|---|
| Atorvastatin Calcium | 594 | 204 |
| Amlodipine Besylate | 350 | 115 |
| Levothyroxine Sodium | 255 | 76 |
| Lisinopril | 251 | 78 |
| Losartan Potassium | 196 | 70 |
| Rosuvastatin Calcium | 190 | 60 |
| Omeprazole |
Practice location
Mailing address
Registry dates
- Enumerated
- 2006-06-05
- Last updated
- 2012-02-24
Frequently asked questions
- What is Fern Starr's NPI number?
- Fern Starr's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1659310654, a unique 10-digit ID issued by CMS for use in standard healthcare transactions.
- What is Fern Starr's specialty?
- Fern Starr is listed in the NPPES registry with a primary specialty of Internal Medicine Physician (Allopathic & Osteopathic Physicians).
- Where is Fern Starr located?
- Fern Starr's practice location on file with NPPES is 637 Washington St, Brookline, MA 02446-4500.
- What is Fern Starr's phone number?
- The practice phone number listed in the NPPES registry for Fern Starr is (617) 277-4000.
- Does Fern Starr accept Medicare?
- Fern Starr is approved to bill Medicare according to CMS PECOS enrollment data (2026.04.01). Confirm current participation with the provider before scheduling.
- Is Fern Starr's NPI active?
- Yes — Fern Starr's NPI (1659310654) is active in the NPPES registry as of the last update on 2012-02-24.
Source: CMS NPPES Data Dissemination (June 2026). NPI Central is not affiliated with CMS. Data is provided as-is from the public registry.